Ravichandran Ashwin: News
Be it the streets of Chennai or the glamor of IPL or the grind of Test cricket, they were all the same for Ravichandran Ashwin. Besides the obvious talent, it was his shrewd brain and hard work that made him one of the best off-spinners to play for India. Ashwin made his first-class debut for Tamil Nadu in 2006. As consistent as Ashwin was at the domestic level, it was his performances for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL that brought him to the limelight. His international debut came in an ODI against Sri Lanka in 2010. He made his Test debut against the West Indies in 2011. Early on in his career, Ashwin depended extensively on his carrom ball and other variations. As he grew in confidence, he developed a mean off-spinner that he used as his stock delivery. Spare use of variations made him an even dangerous bowler. Ashwin has had unparalleled success in the dusty and turning tracks of the sub-continent but has had mixed success with the kookaburra and duke balls. In 2016, he won ICC’s Cricketer of the Year Award.
Ashwin backs discarded Indian star to feature in 2027 WC
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has endorsed veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar for India's ODI World Cup 2027 squad.
Will Bhuvneshwar Kumar return to ODIs? R Ashwin suggests
Former Indian cricketer R Ashwin has called on the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors to consider veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar for the 2027 World Cup.
'Can't be touched...': Ashwin on Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has backed veteran batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, saying they are irreplaceable in the national team.
Ashwin backs Dhoni to replace Fleming as CSK head coach
Former Indian cricketer R Ashwin has backed MS Dhoni to take over as the head coach of Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
'BCCI gave in to public pressure,' Ashwin on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has criticized the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for potentially succumbing to social media pressure.
Ashwin reacts to Sanju Samson's exclusion from Zimbabwe T20Is
Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has voiced his concerns over Sanju Samson's exclusion from the squad for the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe.
Ravichandran Ashwin named captain and mentor of Dublin Guardians: Details
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has been named the captain and mentor of the Dublin Guardians for the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL).
'Let him serve...': Ashwin defends Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's delayed international debut
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has spoken out in favor of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's delayed international debut.
Ashwin reacts as tempers flare in India A match
The recent tri-series match between India A and Sri Lanka A turned controversial as young Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lost his cool.
Women's T20 WC: Ashwin raises concerns over Team India's depth
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the depth of the Indian women's cricket team, despite their impressive 64-run victory over Pakistan in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 opener.
Rohit-Kohli crucial for India's 2027 World Cup campaign: Irfan Pathan
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has emphasized the pivotal role of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in India's upcoming ODI World Cup campaign.
Can Rohit, Kohli play 2027 World Cup? Ravichandran Ashwin answers
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has said there is "no reason" why Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma shouldn't play in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup.
Indian bowlers to win PoM award on Test debut
In a stunning display of control, debutant left-arm spinner Manav Suthar led India to an innings win in the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh.
Manav Suthar sets records with six-fer in maiden Test innings
Spinner Manav Suthar entered the record books by taking six wickets in his debut Test innings.
Ashwin questions Kuldeep's treatment under Gambhir, questions Bishnoi's recall
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has raised questions over the way wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav has been managed in recent months.
'Landmark day in selection': R Ashwin on Suryakumar's T20I snub
Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin has questioned the decision to drop Suryakumar Yadav from the T20I squad.
India playing home Test without Ashwin, Jadeja after 15 years
Team India is playing a home Test without Ravichandran Ashwin or Ravindra Jadeja for the first time in 15 years.
Manav Suthar makes Test debut against Afghanistan: Decoding his profile
Manav Suthar, a spin-bowling all-rounder from Rajasthan, made his Test debut for India on Saturday.
IPL 2026: Ashwin calls for DRS change following PBKS-MI clash
Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has called for a major change in the Decision Review System (DRS) rule.
Sunil Narine becomes most successful spinner versus DC (IPL): Stats
Premier spin sensation Sunil Narine has become the most successful spinner against Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
'What is there...': Ashwin opens up on 'Mankading' Buttler
Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up about the controversial 'Mankading' incident with Jos Buttler during an IPL 2019 match.
Has Jasprit Bumrah really struggled in IPL 2026? Key stats
Jasprit Bumrah, one of the greatest bowlers of his generation, is yet to take a wicket in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026.
'Average captaincy': Ashwin questions Pandya following MI's loss versus RCB
Ravichandran Ashwin has questioned Hardik Pandya's captaincy decisions following Mumbai Indians's (MI) 18-run defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2026.
Ajinkya Rahane's decision in rain-hit KKR-PBKS clash draws flak: Details
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane has drawn flak from cricketing legends for his controversial decision to bat first in the Indian Premier League 2026 match against Punjab Kings.
Should Vaibhav Suryavanshi target Team India debut? R Ashwin opines
Indian spin legend R Ashwin has warned against the rush to include young prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the senior Indian cricket team.
Ravichandran Ashwin becomes 1st former Indian international to join MLC
Indian cricket legend Ravichandran Ashwin has signed with San Francisco Unicorns for the upcoming fourth season of Major League Cricket (MLC).
Sunil Narine: Decoding his all-round IPL stats at Eden Gardens
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) stalwart Sunil Narine is among the best all-rounders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history.
R Ashwin opines on KKR's chances in IPL 2026
Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed concerns over Kolkata Knight Riders's (KKR) chances in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.
Ashwin backs RCB to defend IPL title, makes bold prediction
Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to defend their title in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.
Ashwin backs Samson to end T20 WC on a high
Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Sanju Samson to end the T20 World Cup 2026 on a high note.
'We were underprepared': Ashwin criticizes India's batting order against SA
India's crushing defeat against South Africa in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super 8 has drawn sharp criticism from several experts.
T20 World Cup, Jasprit Bumrah becomes India's highest wicket-taker: Stats
Jasprit Bumrah has become India's highest wicket-taker in the ICC T20 World Cup.
Is Usman Tariq chucking? Ashwin defends Pakistan spinner's unique action
Pakistan's Usman Tariq has been embroiled in a 'chucking' controversy during the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup.
IPL 2026: Will MS Dhoni bolster CSK at No. 3?
As the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) approaches, former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has made a bold prediction about MS Dhoni's role at Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
Raipur T20I: Ashwin raises concern over dew factor
Ravichandran Ashwin, the former Indian off-spinner, has raised concerns over dew's impact on cricket matches.
Why R Ashwin wants to visit New Zealand's team camp
Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his admiration for the New Zealand cricket team's analytical approach.
Which bowler has dismissed Ben Stokes most times in Tests?
The fifth and final Test of the ongoing 2025/26 Ashes series saw Australia's Mitchell Starc maintain his dominance over England skipper Ben Stokes.
Starc surpasses Ashwin by dismissing Stokes for 14th time (Tests)
Star Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has created a new record in Test cricket by dismissing England's Test captain Ben Stokes for the 14th time.
'Straight decision': Ashwin questions Ruturaj Gaikwad's exclusion from ODI squad
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin recently questioned the rationale behind India's ODI squad selection for the impending three-match series against New Zealand.
Ravichandran Ashwin predicts 'slow death' of ODI cricket: Here's why
Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed concerns over the future of One Day International (ODI) cricket after the 2027 World Cup.
Ashes: Starc traps Stokes yet again, equals Ashwin's feat
After a long wait of 14 years, England have finally broken their Australian jinx with a historic victory in the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Ravichandran Ashwin questions quality gap in India's domestic cricket
Former Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed concern over the disparity in quality among teams in Indian domestic cricket.
Starc dismisses Stokes for 12th time in Ashes: Key stats
England captain Ben Stokes was left fuming after being dismissed by Australia's Mitchell Starc in the third Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval.